Ageing, Institutional Thoughtlessness, and Normalisation in Japan’s Prisons

Elderly People and Discrimination: Prevention and Reaction

“…The population of older adults in prisons globally has been growing rapidly over the past 20 years, raising significant concerns about their health, social outcomes, and the overall costs of incarceration. This trend has brought attention to the need for adjustments in prison infrastructure to address the changing health needs of older prisoners and promote their well-being and successful reintegration into society (Danely, 2022;Suzuki & Otani, 2023). The process of ageing in prison typically begins around age 50 to 55, highlighting the unique challenges faced by this population (Aday & Maschi, 2019).…”

“…The process of ageing in prison typically begins around age 50 to 55, highlighting the unique challenges faced by this population (Aday & Maschi, 2019). The inadequate accommodation of their needs leads to consequential financial, legal, and human costs, highlighting the urgency to adjust prison infrastructure with the changing health needs of imprisoned individuals for improved well-being and successful reintegration (Suzuki & Otani, 2023). As highlighted in the earlier literature reviews, understanding the unique characteristics of this population and challenges they face is crucial for researchers, experts in the field of prison studies, and policymakers alike Nguyen et al, 2022).…”